Infiniti QX30 (2018 year). Manual

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG
WARNING LIGHT

The supplemental air bag warning light, dis-
playing

in the instrument panel, moni-

tors the circuits for the air bag systems, pre-
tensioner(s) and all related wiring.

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the supplemental air bag warning
light illuminates. The air bag warning light will
turn off within a few seconds after the engine
is started, if the system is operational.

If any of the following conditions occur, the
front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and
pretensioner systems need servicing:

•

The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 seconds.

•

The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.

•

The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the front air bag,
side air bag, curtain air bag, knee air bag or
pretensioner systems may not operate
properly. They must be checked and re-
paired. It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is
on, it could mean that the front air bag, side
air bag, knee air bag, curtain air bag and/or
pretensioner systems will not operate in an
accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or
others, have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE

The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags, knee air bags and pretensioner(s) are
designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis.
As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the
supplemental air bag warning light remains
illuminated after inflation has occurred.

These systems should be repaired and/or re-
placed as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.

When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags, cur-
tain air bags, knee air bags, pretensioner(s)
and related parts should be pointed out to the
person performing the maintenance. The ig-
nition switch should always be in the LOCK
position when working under the hood or
inside the vehicle.

WARNING

•

Once a front air bag, side air bag, knee
air bag, or curtain air bag has inflated,
the air bag module will not function
again and must be replaced. Addition-
ally, the activated pretensioner(s) must
also be replaced. The air bag module and
pretensioner(s) should be replaced. It is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service. However, the air
bag module and pretensioner(s) cannot
be repaired.

•

The front air bag, side air bag, knee air
bag, curtain air bag systems and the
pretensioner system should be in-
spected if there is any damage to the
front end or side portion of the vehicle. It

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is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.

•

If you need to dispose of a supplemental
air bag or pretensioner systems or scrap
the vehicle, it is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer. Incorrect disposal
procedures could cause personal injury.

•

If there is an impact to your vehicle from
any direction, your automatic front pas-
senger air bag deactivation system
should be checked to verify it is still
functioning correctly. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service. The system should be
checked even if no air bags deploy as a
result of the impact. Failure to verify
proper automatic front passenger air
bag deactivation system function may
result in an improper air bag deployment
resulting in injury or death.

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1. Turn signal, wiper, washer, and high beam

switch (P.2-66, 2-60)

2. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left

side) (P.2-15)

3. Ignition switch (P.5-15)

— Push button ignition switch* (P.5-16)

4. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right

side) (P.4-3)

5. Light switch

— Headlight (P.2-64)
— Fog light (P.2-70)

6. Parking brake (P.3-27)

7. Cruise Control switch

— Cruise Control (P.5-46)
— Intelligent Cruise Control (P.2-49)

8. USB connection ports (P.4-4)
9. Shift lever (P.5-21)
10. Front cup holders (P.2-80)
11. INFINITI controller (P.4-2)

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1. Ventilators (P.4-42)
2. Center display* (P.4-4)
3. Meters and gauges (P.2-4)
4. Light switch (P.2-64)
5. Parking brake (P.3-27)

6. Steering wheel

— Power steering system (P.5-90)
— Horn (P. 2-71)
— Driver’s supplemental front-impact air
bag (P.1-38)

7. Audio system (P.4-53)

8. Ignition switch (P.5-15)

— Push button ignition switch* (P.5-16)

9. Heater and air conditioner (P.4-43)
10. Switch panel

— Seat heater switches* (P.2-72)
— Hazard indicator flasher switch (P.6-2)
— Idle Stop/Start system on/off switch
(P. 6-30)
— Front passenger air bag status light
(P.6-46)

11. Vehicle Information Display (P.2-15)
12. Glove box (P.2-79)
13. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P.1-38)

*: if equipped

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1. Speedometer (P.2-4)
2. Vehicle information display (P.2-15)

— Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-15)

3. Upper information display (P.2-15)
4. Tachometer (P.2-6)

5. Engine coolant temperature gauge

(P.2-6)

6. Fuel gauge (P.2-7)

NOTE
The needle indicators may move slightly af-
ter the ignition switch is put in the “OFF”
position. This is not a malfunction.

CAUTION

•

For cleaning, use a soft cloth, dampened
with water. Never use a rough cloth, al-
cohol, thinner or any kind of solvent or
paper towel with a chemical cleaning
agent. They will scratch or cause discol-
oration to the lens.

•

Do not spray any liquid such as water on
the meter lens. Spraying liquid may
cause the system to malfunction.

SPEEDOMETER AND
ODOMETER

This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer
and odometer. The speedometer is located
on the right side of the meter cluster. The
odometer is located below the vehicle infor-
mation display.

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Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

The speedometer is divided into segments

䊊

and

䊊

only on vehicles with Intelligent

Cruise Control.

The segments in the speedometer indicate
which speed range is available (see "Displays
in the speedometer" in the "5. Starting and
driving" section).

Odometer/Twin trip odometer

The odometer and the twin trip odometer are
displayed in the Vehicle Information Display
see "Vehicle information display" in the "5.
Starting and driving" section.

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE
DISPLAY

You should pay special attention to road con-
ditions when temperatures are around freez-
ing point.

Bear in mind that the outside temperature
display indicates the measured air tempera-
ture and not the road surface temperature

Depending on the vehicle specification, the
outside temperature display is in either the
upper display or the main screen of the ve-
hicle information display. See "Vehicle infor-
mation display" in the "2. Instruments and
controls" section.

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TACHOMETER

The tachometer indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev the
engine in the red zone.

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce engine
speed. Operating the engine in the red zone
may cause serious engine damage.

ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE

The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-
perature. The engine coolant temperature is
within the normal range

䊊

when the gauge

needle points within the zone shown in the
illustration. The engine coolant temperature
varies with the outside air temperature and
driving conditions.

CAUTION

If the gauge indicates coolant temperature
near the hot (H) end of the normal range,
reduce vehicle speed to decrease tempera-
ture. If the gauge is over the normal range,
stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible.
If the engine is overheated, continued op-
eration of the vehicle may seriously dam-
age the engine. For additional information,
refer to "If your vehicle overheats" in the
"6. In case of emergency" section for imme-
diate action required.

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FUEL GAUGE

The fuel gauge indicates the approximate
fuel level in the tank when the ignition switch
is in the ON position.

The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, accelerating, or going up and down
hills due to movement of fuel in the tank.

The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) after
the ignition switch is placed in the OFF posi-
tion.

The low fuel warning

appears on the

vehicle information display when the fuel
level in the tank is getting low.

Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-
ters 0 (Empty).

The arrow,

, indicates that the fuel-filler

lid is located on the left side of the vehicle.

CAUTION

•

If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible. Af-
ter a few driving trips. the light should
turn off. If the light remains on after a
few driving trips, have the vehicle in-
spected. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

•

For additional information, refer to "
Malfunction Indicator light (MIL) (yel-
low)" in the "2. Instruments and con-
trols" section.

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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning

light

Seat belt (driver and front passenger)

warning light

High beam assist indicator light *

Brake warning light (red)

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air

bag warning light

High beam indicator light

Low tire pressure warning light*

Low fuel warning light

Rear fog light indicator light

Malfunction indicator light (yellow)

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning

light

Side light indicator light

Distance warning light*

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Front passenger air bag status light**

Electric parking brake warning light (red)

Low beam indicator light

Electric parking brake warning light (yel-
low)

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF in-

dicator light

Coolant warning light

Front fog light indicator light*

*: if equipped
**: located above heater and air conditioner controls

Some indicators and warnings are also dis-
played in the vehicle information display be-
tween the speedometer and tachometer see
"Vehicle information display" in the "2. Instru-
ments and controls" section.

CHECKING LIGHTS

With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. The following lights (if so
equipped) will come on, <BRAKE>,

. These lights should go out within a few

seconds after starting the engine. If any light

fails to come on or operates in a way other
than described, it may indicate a burned out
bulb and/or a system malfunction. Have the
system checked. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.

WARNING LIGHTS

Also see "Vehicle information display" later in
this section.

Anti-lock Braking System

(ABS) warning light

When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the ABS warning light illuminates to in-
dicate that the ABS is operational. The light

then turns off within a few seconds after the
engine is started.

If the ABS light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking
system is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

If the ABS warning light comes on while driv-
ing, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Observe the additional display mes-
sages (if any) in the vehicle information dis-
play. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.

If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then

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operates normally, but without anti-lock as-
sistance (see "Brake system" in the "5. Start-
ing and driving" section).

BRAKE warning light (red)

WARNING

•

Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to
be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driving
it could be dangerous.

•

Pressing the brake pedal when the igni-
tion switch is not in the ON position
and/or when the brake fluid level is low
may increase the stopping distance and
braking will require greater pedal effort
as well as pedal travel.

•

If the brake fluid level is below the mini-
mum or MIN mark on the brake fluid res-
ervoir, do not drive until the brake sys-
tem

has

been

checked.

recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light remains illuminated and
turns off when the engine is started. If the

light illuminates at any other time, it may
indicate that the brake system is not func-
tioning properly. If the BRAKE warning light
illuminates, stop the vehicle immediately and
contact an INFINITI retailer.

This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.

Low tire pressure warning

light (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the
tire pressure of all its tires.

The low tire pressure warning light warns of
low tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS
is not functioning properly.

When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the Low tire pressure warming light illu-
minates to indicate that the system is opera-
tional. The light then tuns off within a few
seconds after the engine is started.

Low tire pressure warning:

If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate. A
tire pressure warning message also appears
in the vehicle information display.

When the low tire pressure warning light il-
luminates, you should stop and adjust the
tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom-

mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label located in
the driver's door opening, see "Tire and load-
ing information label" in the "9. Mainte-
nance and Schedules" section. The low tire
pressure warning light does not automati-
cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad-
justed. After the tire is inflated to the recom-
mended pressure, the vehicle must be driven
at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to acti-
vate the TPMS and turn off the low tire
pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure
gauge to check the tire pressure.

The low tire pressure warning message ap-
pears each time the ignition switch is placed
in the ON position as long as the low tire
pressure warning light remains illuminated.

For additional information, see "Vehicle in-
formation display" later in this section and
"Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)" in
the "5. Starting and driving" section.

TPMS malfunction:

If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the
low tire pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. The light
will remain on after 1 minute. Have the sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service. The low
tire pressure warning does not appear if the

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low tire pressure warning light illuminates to
indicate a TPMS malfunction.

For additional information, see "Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)" in the "5. Start-
ing and driving" section.

WARNING

•

Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use.

•

If the light does not illuminate with the
ignition switch pushed ON, have the ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

•

If the light illuminates while driving,
avoid sudden steering maneuvers or
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with under-inflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and in-
crease the likelihood of tire failure. Seri-
ous vehicle damage could occur and may
lead to an accident and could result in
serious personal injury or death. Check
the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust

the tire pressure to the recommended
COLD tire pressure shown on the tire
placard, located in the driver's door
opening, to turn the low tire pressure
warning light off. If the light still illumi-
nates while driving after adjusting the
tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you
have a flat tire, replace it with a replace-
ment tire as soon as possible.

•

If a replacement tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced without a TPMS sen-
sor tire pressure will not be indicated,
the TPMS will not function and the low
tire pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute. The light will
remain on after 1 minute. Have your ve-
hicle's tires replaced and/or TPMS sys-
tem reset as soon as possible. It is rec-
ommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for these services.

•

Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.

CAUTION

•

The TPMS is not a substitute for the
regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.

•

If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of
less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the TPMS
may not operate correctly.

•

Be sure to install the specified size of
tires to all four wheels correctly.

Malfunction Indicator light

(MIL) (yellow)

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, the yellow Malfunction Indicator
light illuminates. This means that the system
is operational.

If the yellow engine malfunction indicator
light lights up while the engine is running,
there may be a fault, for example:

•

In the engine management

•

In the fuel injection system

•

In the exhaust system

•

In the ignition system (for vehicles with
gasoline engines)

•

In the fuel system

•

In other monitored items, for example the
automatic transmission.

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The emission limit values may be exceeded
and the engine may be running in emergency
mode.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the engine control system checked and
repaired as necessary could lead to poor
driveability, reduced fuel economy and
possible damage to the engine control
system.

Incorrect setting of the engine control system
may lead to non-compliance of local and na-
tional emission laws and regulations.

Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.

Distance warning light (if
equipped)

This light illuminates if the distance to the
vehicle in front is too small for the speed
selected.

If a warning tone also sounds, you are ap-
proaching a vehicle or stationary obstacle in
your line of travel at too high a speed. For
additional information see " Forward emer-
gency braking (FEB) system (if equipped)" in
the "5. Starting and driving" section.

Electric parking brake
warning light

The red indicator illuminates when the elec-
tric parking brake is engaged.

If the red indicator light for the electric park-
ing brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow
warning light for the electric parking brake is
lit, observe the additional messages dis-
played in the vehicle information display.

For further parking brake operation informa-
tion see "Parking brake" in the "3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments" section.

Seat belt (driver and front
passenger) warning light

The seat belt warning light reminds you to
fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates if
the engine is started, all doors are closed and
the driver’s and/or front passenger’s seat
belt is unfastened. It will remain illuminated
until the driver and/or front passenger fas-
tens their seat belt. A chime will sound once
the vehicle is in motion, see "Seat belt re-
minder chime" later in this section. See "Seat
belts" in the "1. Safety — seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system" section for
precautions on seat belt usage.

The seat belt warning light may also illumi-
nate if there are objects on the front passen-
ger seat. Remove the objects and stow them
in a safe place.

If the seat belt warning light flashes, together
with an intermittent warning tone, this means
that the driver or passenger has not fastened
their seat belt, and the speed of the vehicle is
exceeding 15 MPH (25 km/h).

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Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) air bag
warning light

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is
on, it could mean that the front air bag,
driver's knee air bag, side air bag, curtain
air bag and/or pretensioner systems will
not operate in an accident. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your ve-
hicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as
soon as possible.

When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) air bag warning light illuminates to in-
dicate that the system is operational. The
light then tuns off within a few seconds after
the engine is started.

If any of the following conditions occur, the
front air bag, front seat-mounted side-
impact air bag, roof-mounted curtain air bag
and pretensioner systems need servicing:

•

The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on for longer than a few seconds
once the engine is running.

•

The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.

•

The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.

It is recommended you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for these services. Unless checked and
repaired, the supplemental restraint system
(air bag system) and/or the pretensioner sys-
tems may not function properly. For addi-
tional information, refer to "Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS)" in the "1. Safety —
seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint
system" section.

Coolant warning light

WARNING

If the coolant warning light is lit, the engine
may not be being cooled sufficiently and
may be damaged.
Never drive with an overheated engine.
Driving when your engine is overheated
can cause some fluids which may have
leaked into the engine compartment to
catch fire.
In addition, steam from an overheated en-
gine can cause serious burns, which can oc-
cur just by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injury

If the red coolant warning light lights up while
the engine is running and the coolant tem-
perature gauge is at the start of the scale, the

temperature sensor for the coolant tempera-
ture gauge is faulty. The coolant temperature
is no longer being monitored. There is a risk of
engine damage if the coolant temperature is
too high.

Stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten-
tion to road and traffic conditions, and switch
off the engine. Do not continue driving under
any circumstances.

Consult an INFINITI retailer.

If the red coolant warning light comes on
while the engine is running, with or without
an accompanying warning tone, it could
mean that:

•

The coolant level is too low.

•

If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to
the engine radiator may be blocked or the
electric engine radiator fan may be mal-
functioning.

•

The coolant is too hot and the engine is no
longer being cooled sufficiently.

Observe the additional display messages in
the vehicle information display.

Stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten-
tion to road and traffic conditions, and switch
off the engine.

Secure the vehicle against rolling away.

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Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance
from the vehicle until the engine has cooled
down.

Check the coolant level and top up the cool-
ant, observing the warning notes (see "If your
vehicle overheats" in the "6. In case of emer-
gency" section).

If you have to top up the coolant frequently,
have the engine cooling system checked.

Make sure that the air supply to the engine
radiator is not blocked, e. g. by frozen slush.

Do not start the engine again until the cool-
ant temperature is below 250°F (120°C). The
engine may otherwise be damaged.

Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty). There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty).

Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light

The VDC warning light blinks when the Ve-
hicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is oper-
ating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that
the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is
nearing its traction limits.

You may feel or hear the system working, this
is normal.

The light will continue to blink for a few sec-
onds after the VDC system stops limiting
wheel spin.

Cruise control or Intelligent Cruise Control is
deactivated.

For additional information see " Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light " in
the "2. Instruments and controls" section and
"Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system" in
the "5. Starting and driving" section.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights

The appropriate light flashes when the turn
signal switch is activated. Both lights flash
when the hazard switch is turned on.

Low beam indicator light

This light comes on when the switch is turned
to the position:

The headlights will come

on and front side, tail, number plate and in-
strument lights remain on.

Vehicle Dynamic Control

(VDC) OFF indicator light

The light comes on when the Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) has been disabled. This
indicates that the VDC system is not operat-
ing.

Disabling the VDC system causes the For-
ward Emergency Braking system to become
unavailable. See " Forward emergency brak-
ing (FEB) system (if equipped)" in the "5.
Starting and driving" section for more details.

This light also comes on briefly when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
The light will turn off after approximately 1
second if the VDC system is operational.

When the VDC OFF indicator light and VDC
warning light (see " Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light" later in this section)
come on with the VDC system turned on, it
alerts the driver to the fact that the system's
fail-safe mode is operating. This means that
the system may not be functioning properly.
Have the system checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for these ser-
vices.

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